15.13: Introduction to Levels and Types of Control
What you’ll learn to do: describe the different levels and types of control
In management, there are varying levels of control: strategic (highest level), operational (mid-level), and tactical (low level). Imagine the president of a company decides to build a new company headquarters. He enlists the help of the company’s officers to decide on the location, style of architecture, size, etc. (strategic control). The project manager helps develop the project schedule and budget (operational control). The general contractor directs workers, orders materials and equipment for delivery, and establishes rules to ensure site safety (tactical control).
Control can be objective or normative. Objective control involves elements of the company that can be objectively measured, such as call volume, profitability, and inventory efficiency. Normative control means employees learn the values and beliefs of a company and know what’s right from observing other employees.
Contributors and Attributions
- Introduction to Levels and Types of Control. Authored by : Talia Lambarki and Lumen Learning. License : CC BY: Attribution